James W. Engelland age 90, formerly of Pembine, died peacefully with his family by his side on Friday October 11, 2024, at Desert Blossom Health and Rehab Center in Mesa, AZ. He was born in Two Rivers, Wis. on December 28, 1933; son of the late William and Linda (Schultz) Engelland. James served with the US Coast Guard and graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee with a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree. He had a career as a teacher and then as administrator with Milwaukee Public Schools, retiring in June 1990. He enjoyed years of retirement with faithful Black Lab Picabo, riding the motorcycle, reading, golfing, hiking and traveling.
James is survived by his children: Terry Lynn Schaefer and Nick James Engelland both of Milwaukee; grandson, Christopher Ryan Callan; sister, Judy (Roger) Hoida; numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends; and special longtime friend, Joyce Lesniewski of Mesa, AZ. He was preceded in death by his brothers: Paul and Allan; sister, Nancy; and Beverly Ann Engelland.
Visitation will be on Friday November 8, 2024, at Grace Lutheran Church in Pembine from 11am until the time of his Memorial Service at 12:30pm. Pastor DJ Rasner is officiating. Burial will be in Pembine Cemetery.
Roubal Funeral Home of Wausaukee is assisting his family with arrangements.